Macy Walker, BSN, RN
Greenfield,IL
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 2 years of direct patient care experience. Currently employed at Mercy Hospital Saint Louis in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit since 2023. Previously employed in the Trauma Neuro Step-down unit. Proven to be successful in the critical care setting delivering treatment in high pressure environments. Compassionate caregiver, striving to provide the best patient care possible.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Developed strong rapport with patients in the step-down unit, easing anxieties during transitions of care from intensive care units or surgical wards.
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing multiple high-acuity patients simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, fostering professional growth and development while enhancing competency levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL12.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL05.2022
Skills
- Open heart surgery recovery
- Intra-aortic balloon pump
- Continuous renal replacement therapy
- Impella
- Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Induced hypothermia
Certification
- Registered Nurse- MO
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
06.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College